Atty. Ellen Ruth Wase

Atty. Ellen Ruth Wase

Ellen Ruth Wase is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, elder law, trusts and 1 other area of law. Ellen received a M.Ed. degree from Temple University in 1975, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Ellen Ruth Wase at a glance

Ellen Ruth Wase is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Wase & Wase. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1992) and New Jersey (1992). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1992) and Temple University (M.Ed., 1975). Active member of Philadelphia and Pennsylvania (Chair, Elder Law Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ellen Ruth Wase is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, elder law, trusts and 1 other area of law
  • Ellen received a M.Ed. degree from Temple University in 1975, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Ellen practices at Wase & Wase in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Ruth Wase's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Ruth Wase handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Ellen Ruth Wase is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Ruth Wase

Where is Ellen Ruth Wase's law office located?
Ellen Ruth Wase's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Wase & Wase. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Ruth Wase handle?
Ellen Ruth Wase focuses on trusts, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Ellen Ruth Wase practiced law?
Ellen Ruth Wase has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Ellen Ruth Wase go to law school?
Ellen Ruth Wase earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (M.Ed., 1975).
How can I contact Ellen Ruth Wase for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Temple University
- 1992
M.Ed.
Temple University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992
New Jersey
Admitted: 1992

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